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4-Day Balkans Croatia and Slovenia Highlights from Zagreb, Croatia | Natural Wonders & Adriatic Coast Tour Code: 143-20281

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  • Daily Comforts: Enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning for a great start to your day.
  • Requires holding a Schengen multiple-entry visa.
Visit the Balkans Countries Croatia, Bosnia, and Herzegovina covering cities Blagaj, Dubrovnik, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Pocitelj, Split, Mostar, Zadar.
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    $1356
    ￥9352
    €1153
    C$1859
    Double
    $1070
    ￥7380
    €910
    C$1467
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 2-11)
    $951
    ￥6559
    €809
    C$1304
    Infant
    (Age Under 2yrs)    		 Free
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  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
Day 1 Zagreb - Varazdin - Maribor - Celje (163 km)
Day 2 Maribor - Celje - Ljubljana (105 km)
Day 3 Ljubljana - Postojna Cave - Lake Bled - Opatija (304 km)
Day 4 Opatija - Rijeka - Zagreb (145 km)

Day 1: Zagreb - Varazdin - Maribor - Celje (163 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Arena Maribor 4* or similar
Meal: Excluded
In the morning, our driver-guide will meet you at the pre-arranged time and location to begin the journey.

  • Varazdin, Croatia

    Varazdin is a charming Baroque city in northern Croatia, famous for its well-preserved historic center, magnificent Varazdin Castle, and the renowned annual Baroque Music Festival in September, often called 'Little Vienna'.

    Varazdin Castle & Old Town

    Varazdin Castle, a well-preserved Renaissance fortress, now houses the City Museum. The surrounding Old Town is famed for its Baroque architecture, earning the nickname 'Little Vienna' and making it a major cultural and tourist destination in Croatia.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $6 / €5; Child $6 / €5

    Cathedral of the Assumption

    The Cathedral of the Assumption is a Baroque-style cathedral in Varaždin, Croatia. It serves as the seat of the Diocese of Varaždin and is a prominent city landmark, known for its grand facade and ornate interior.

    National Theatre

    The National Theatre in Varazdin is a key cultural landmark in northern Croatia. Housed in an elegant building, it hosts a variety of dramas, operas, and concerts, serving as the heart of the city's performing arts scene.

    King Tomislav Square

    King Tomislav Square is the main central square in Varazdin, named after the first Croatian king. Surrounded by colorful Baroque buildings, it serves as the heart of the city's social and cultural life, hosting various events and markets.

  • Maribor, Slovenia

    Maribor is Slovenia's second-largest city, situated on the Drava River near the Austrian border. Known for its rich history, wine culture, and scenic surroundings, it serves as a key cultural, economic, and educational hub.

    Old Vine House

    The Old Vine House is a landmark in Maribor, home to the world's oldest living grapevine, over 400 years old. It symbolizes Slovenia's rich wine heritage and still produces wine annually.

    Lent District

    Lent is the historic old town district of Maribor, situated along the Drava River. It is famous for its picturesque riverside promenade, colorful buildings, numerous cafes, and vibrant cultural events, serving as the city's cultural and social hub.

    Main Square

    Main Square is the historic and social heart of Maribor, Slovenia. Dominated by the Plague Column and surrounded by colorful Baroque buildings, the Town Hall, and lively cafes, it's the perfect place to experience the city's vibrant atmosphere.

    Maribor Castle

    Maribor Castle is a Renaissance-style castle in the heart of Slovenia's second-largest city. Built in the 15th century, it now houses the Maribor Regional Museum, showcasing extensive historical, cultural, and artistic collections from the region.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $10 / €8; Child $10 / €8

Day 2: Maribor - Celje - Ljubljana (105 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Four Points By Sheraton Ljubljana Mons 4* or similar
Meal: Excluded

  • Celje, Slovenia

    Celje is Slovenia's third-largest city, renowned for its majestic Celje Castle and rich historical heritage. Once the center of the County of Celje, it's a cultural town blending medieval charm with modern vibrancy, situated along the Savinja River.

    Celje Castle

    Celje Castle is one of Slovenia's largest medieval castles, perched on a hill overlooking the city. Once the seat of the Counts of Celje, it now serves as a museum offering insights into regional history and panoramic views.

    Celje Regional Museum

    The Celje Regional Museum, one of Slovenia's oldest and most significant museums, is located in the historic old town. Its extensive collections cover history, archaeology, and ethnography from prehistoric times to the 20th century, with notable finds from the Roman town of Celeia.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $10 / €8; Child $10 / €8

    Museum of Recent History

    The Museum of Recent History in Celje focuses on Slovenia's social, political, and cultural development from the 20th century to the present. It features diverse collections and exhibitions that illustrate modern historical changes.

    Roman Ruins (beneath the Palace)

    Ancient Roman ruins located beneath Celje Palace, showcasing the remains of the Roman settlement of Celeia. Visitors can explore well-preserved mosaic floors, wall foundations, and early fortifications that reveal the city's history from nearly two millennia ago.

  • Ljubljana, Slovenia

    Ljubljana is the capital and largest city in Slovenia, known for its green spaces and student population. The Ljubljanica River curves its way through the city and divides it between the old town and the new commercial center.

    Ljubljana Castle

    Ljubljana Castle is a castle complex standing on Castle Hill above downtown Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. It is a key landmark of the town. Originally a medieval fortress, it was probably constructed in the 11th century and rebuilt in the 12th century.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $20 / €16; Child $20 / €16

    Dragon Bridge

    Crossing over the Ljubljanica River, this bridge, made of reinforced concrete, gets its name for the dragon statues that line its railings. The dragons come from a legend that Jason and the Argonauts founded the city and killed a dragon.

    Triple Bridge

    Connecting the modern city with the historical medieval town of Ljubljana, this pedestrian limestone bridge gets its name because it is comprised of three walkways across the Ljubljanica River.

    Preseren Square

    Preseren Square is the central square of Ljubljana, named after Slovenia's national poet France Preseren. Dominated by his bronze statue, it's the cultural heart of the city, connecting the iconic Triple Bridge and the Old Town.

Day 3: Ljubljana - Postojna Cave - Lake Bled - Opatija (304 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Bristol Opatija 4* or similar
Meal: Excluded

  • Postojna, Slovenia

    This Slovenian town is nearby a very famous system of caves that serve as the main tourist attraction in the area.

    Postojna Cave

    This large karst cave in southern Slovenia was formed over thousands of years by the Pivka River. Visitors can walk through the limestone caverns and be amazed by the miraculous geological formations.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $36 / €30; Child $36 / €30; inc. Cave Train

    Postojna Cave Train

    The underground train inside Postojna Cave, one of Europe's largest karst caves. It transports visitors through stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations, offering a unique and convenient way to explore the vast subterranean world.

    Red Hall

    The Red Hall is a famous chamber within Postojna Cave, renowned for its unique red stalactites and stalagmites. This spectacular underground hall is a highlight of the cave tour, showcasing the extraordinary formations created by millions of years of geological processes.

    White Hall

    White Hall is an elegant building in Postojna, once a hunting lodge for Habsburg nobility. It now serves as a museum showcasing aristocratic life from the late 19th to early 20th century, with historical furniture and art.

    Brilliant Pillar

    A magnificent stalagmite column within Postojna Cave, renowned for its immense size, brilliant white calcite formations, and awe-inspiring presence as one of the cave's most iconic natural wonders.

  • Bled, Slovenia

    Bled is a small town, situated on the glacial Lake Bled, in the Upper Carniolan region of northwestern Slovenia. Tourists can enjoy outdoor activities at nearby Triglav National Park and visit Assumption of Mary Pilgrimage Church. Bled is also known for vanilla, cream pastries.

    Lake Bled

    This lake is in the northwestern region of Slovenia and a popular tourist destination. It surrounds a lake of the same name, on which there is a Gothic church and a few other buildings.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $18 / €15; Child $18 / €15; Pletna boat

    Bled Island

    Bled Island is a picturesque islet in the center of Lake Bled, Slovenia. It features the iconic Church of the Assumption and a bell tower. Visitors traditionally arrive by wooden pletna boats and ring the wishing bell for good luck.

Day 4: Opatija - Rijeka - Zagreb (145 km)

Meal: Excluded
Arrive in Zagreb in the early evening. Your driver-guide will drop you off at the designated location. End of service.

  • Opatija, Croatia

    Opatija is a town in western Croatia, just southwest of Rijeka on the Adriatic coast. Opatija was included in the territory of the Liburni, a pre-Roman Illyrian people. In Roman times, the area was home to several patrician villas connected to the nearby town of Castrum Laureana, the modern Lovran.

    Lungomare Promenade

    The Lungomare Promenade in Opatija is a famous 12-kilometer coastal walkway along the Adriatic Sea, connecting Opatija to Lovran. It offers stunning sea views and is perfect for walking, jogging, and enjoying the scenic coastline.

    Maiden with the Seagull

    An iconic bronze statue on the Opatija waterfront, depicting a maiden gracefully interacting with a seagull. It is a symbol of the seaside resort and a popular photo spot.

  • Rijeka, Croatia

    Rijeka is Croatia's third-largest city and main seaport, located on the Kvarner Bay. It is known for its bustling port, industrial heritage, vibrant Carnival, and as a gateway to Croatia's islands.

    Trsat Castle

    Trsat Castle is a medieval fortress in Rijeka, perched on a hill overlooking the city and Kvarner Bay. Dating back to the 13th century, it is now a popular tourist attraction and viewpoint offering stunning panoramic views.

    Korzo Street

    Korzo is the main pedestrian street and social heart of Rijeka, known for its lively atmosphere, historic architecture, and numerous cafes and shops, making it the perfect place to experience local life.

    Peek & Poke Computer Museum

    A computer history museum in Rijeka, Croatia, housing thousands of exhibits from early mainframes to classic home computers and gaming consoles, showcasing the evolution of computing technology.
  • We offer door-to-door pick-up and drop-off within the city centre for joining or leaving the tour. The exact location and time will be confirmed after the booking is completed.

Price Includes

  • 5–9-seat business van, professional driver-guide (10 hours/day); includes driver’s meals & accommodation, fuel and parking.
  • 3 nights 4-star hotels with breakfast
  • Extra service: door-to-door pick-up & drop-off for joining/leaving the tour (city centre only).

Price Excludes

  • Activities & Attractions
Destination Adult Child
Bled
Lake Bled (Optional)
Pletna boat
 $18 / €15 $18 / €15
Celje
Celje Regional Museum (Optional) $10 / €8 $10 / €8
Ljubljana
Ljubljana Castle (Optional) $20 / €16 $20 / €16
Maribor
Maribor Castle (Optional) $10 / €8 $10 / €8
Postojna
Postojna Cave (Optional)
inc. Cave Train
 $36 / €30 $36 / €30
Varazdin
Varazdin Castle & Old Town (Optional) $6 / €5 $6 / €5
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • Travel insurance, visa fees
  • Any charges for additional itinerary are not listed in itinerary
  • A mandatory service fees for tour guide/bus driver (min. € 10 /day per person).
  • Excess baggage charges from Airlines
  • Personal expensessuch as room service, telephone, laundry service charges
  • Losses or additional expenses: The Company will accept no responsibilities for losses or additional expense due to accident.

Additional Note

  • Wheelchair Accessibility: Due to different bus models, we may not be able to accommodate participants using wheelchairs. Therefore, we regret that we cannot accept wheelchair users to join our tour. (Note: For "private group tours", please inform us before receiving a quote.)
  • Luggage Restrictions: As the space for luggage on the tour bus is limited, each passenger can only carry one piece of luggage with them (luggage not exceeding 30 KG, with the sum of three sides not exceeding 158 cm). If a passenger carries more than one piece of luggage (if there is enough space in the luggage compartment), an additional €5 per piece of luggage per day will be charged as a driver handling fee. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
  • Share Room: We will not charge clients a single supplement if they are willing to share a room with other tour members. However, no complaints or amendments can be made based on this arrangement. This preference must be indicated at the time of booking, and with a minimum of 7 days prior to joining the tour. Once the booking is confirmed, it will not be possible to amend the room choice while on tour. If you insist on changing to a single room, you must pay an additional fee.
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  • Tour Participation Conditions: European tours are different from other countries in the world. Most tourist attractions cannot be reached directly by tour buses and require walking tours. If a passenger has limited mobility, they may have to wait on the bus at some attractions and cannot visit with the group. Loss of attractions cannot be used as a reason to request compensation or refunds. Please pay attention and think carefully before joining the tour. Once you have registered and confirmed your participation, it also means that you accept our company's terms and conditions.
  • Boarding and Punctuality: Please present this tour ticket for boarding at the designated assembly point on time. We will not wait for latecomers, and the tour fee will not be refunded. Our company is not responsible for any consequences. In case of emergencies, please call the emergency phone number provided.
  • Travel Documents: Participants are responsible for bringing and carrying valid travel documents (passport), electronic health codes, and visas with a validity period of at least six months from the departure date. In any case or for any reason, if the participant is refused entry by the immigration authorities (customs), our company is not responsible, and any losses incurred are the responsibility of the participant. The tour fee will not be refunded.
  • Valuables and Personal Belongings: Please avoid bringing valuable items and precious jewelry as much as possible. Valuables and documents should be carried with you at all times and kept under your own supervision. Our company, driver, and tour leader are not responsible for any loss.
  • Legal Compliance: Tour members must abide by the laws and regulations of each country, and it is strictly prohibited to carry private goods for profit and illegal items. Smoking is prohibited in all public places and indoor buildings (including hotel rooms) in Europe, with fines of up to thousands of euros, so please abide by the law. In recent years, some famous buildings (attractions) in Europe have banned visitors from sitting on the ground to rest or eat, which is not only considered rude but may also face immediate prosecution.
  • Early Departure or Leaving the Tour: In any case or for personal reasons, if a tour member requests to leave on their own, return individually or leave the tour midway, our company will assist in making arrangements. However, our company will not be responsible for any indirect or direct cost losses incurred due to delays in transportation or other circumstances that result in missing the pre-arranged itinerary or accommodation.
  • Disruptive Behavior: Any tour participant who intentionally obstructs the tour leader's work, endangers the safety of others, or affects the normal activities and interests of the group, the tour leader has the right to cancel their tour qualification, order the participant to leave the group depending on the specific situation or with the consent of the majority of the tour participants. The remaining balance of the unfinished part of the journey will not be refunded, and any actions taken by the participant after leaving the group will not be related to the company.
  • Delays and Itinerary Changes: If the flight or bus is delayed due to a malfunction or traffic congestion, resulting in itinerary changes or canceled programs, tour participants may not use this as an excuse to oppose or withdraw from the tour. In case of bad weather, strikes, or unexpected accidents that cause delays in the itinerary, tour participants may not demand compensation or refund of tour fees.
  • Itinerary Adjustment Notice: We continuously strive to improve our tour itineraries. We reserve the right to make changes to end cities, hotels, or tour order if improvements can be made or if unforeseen circumstances arise. During peak periods, duplicate departures may operate, possibly in reverse order, which may result in different hotels than those listed in the itinerary.
  • Transportation and Accommodation Liability: The tourist transportation and hotels used by our company, such as airplanes, ships, trains, or buses, have various regulations for the safety of participants and issues such as lost luggage, accidents, and property damage. These situations will be handled based on the regulations established by each institution and will not be related to our company. We recommend that participants purchase travel insurance and luggage insurance on their own. For details on how to purchase insurance, please contact the travel agency you registered with or our company directly.
  • European Climate and Hotel Facilities: The temperature difference between day and night in Europe is substantial, the annual average temperature exceeds 30 degrees for less than two months, and European countries have strong environmental protection awareness. Therefore, hotels in Europe may not have standard air conditioning.
  • Tour Group Composition: If the number of participants is small, we reserve the right to combine guests speaking different languages on the same tour bus. This arrangement helps ensure tour viability and may enhance the cultural exchange experience for all participants.

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Redemption

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